Division II’s commitment to providing student-athletes a balanced college experience commanded the attention of the Division II Presidents Council this week as the group considered proposed legislation for the 2018 NCAA Convention.

The NCAA Playing Rules Oversight Committee approved adjustments to video replay rules in ice hockey regarding reviews of goals scored after infractions involving offsides or too many players on the ice.

Playing and practice season start dates, sports wagering penalties and student-athlete awards are the focus of four legislative proposals that received support this week from the Division II Management Council.

Craig Hyde, who has 38 years of umpiring experience, has been named the NCAA’s national coordinator of softball umpires. Craig Hyde, new coordinator of softball umpires “I am thrilled to be provided this opportunity,” Hyde said. “Softball...